Gombe Gov commissions model school named after an educationist, Alabura S.Kudi
By Ben Ngwakwe Gombe
The Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has commissioned Alabura S. Kudi Model Primary and Junior Secondary School Kumbiya Kumbiya, which coincides with the 2022 edition of democracy day celebration.
As parts of the activities to mark democracy day and three years of the administration of the Governor celebrated the commissioning of the school as part of dividends of democracy to the people.
The educationist who had produced pupils and students who have distinguished themselves in various fields of human endeavor, the Governor said by providence, the foundation of the School was laid on 12th June 2021 and it is being commissioned in exactly a year to commemorate the 3rd year anniversary of his administration.
Speaking in Gombe, Monday, during the commissioning ceremony, the Governor said the week marks the 23 years of uninterrupted democracy in Nigeria which is the longest period of uninterrupted civilian rule since independence. It is a clear testimony that Nigerian democracy has come of age in-spite of the numerous challenges.
“We have proven to be adept at managing our disagreements without resorting to military aberration. It further demonstrates our political maturity and resilience in spite of our regional, ethnic and religious diversities. There is no doubt that the restoration of democracy in 1999 has brought governance closer to the people thereby addressing the yearnings and aspirations of various interest groups in the country.”
He pointed out that in Gombe State, there is no denying the fact that democracy has ushered in a period of sustainable development to the State.
“So far, three successive civilian administrations have come and gone, paving the way for our own administration which is three years old now. Over this period, we worked hard to consolidate on the achievements of previous administrations and correct the lapses we found”.
” We introduced innovative ideas, policies and programmes aimed at making lives better for our people. The past three years were indeed years of commitment to delivering on our ambitious campaign promises. Our Third-year Scorecard and Progress Report indicates that we have recorded 90 percent overall achievement in fulfilling the promises we made to the good people of this State. It is indeed an uphill task to be able to fulfil the promises we made to our people in this period of global economic meltdown and uncertainty”.
He said however, the determination, hard work, perseverance, prudent and efficient management of scarce resources, they have been able to weather the storm and deliver on the mandate, adding that the. achievements are glaring and self-evident that even the political opponents have acknowledged.
The Governor reiterated that they will remain focused and committed to improving the wellbeing of the people through equitable provision of socio-economic infrastructure, ensuring peace and security, law and justice as well as providing equal opportunities for all the people.
It is his firm belief that it is only through the provision of dividends of democracy that they will continue to address the needs of the people and justify their confidence and trust in the leadership.
Yahaya recalled that at the inception of his administration; they faced the problems of high number of out of school children, dilapidated structures and facilities in primary and secondary schools and a state of emergency was immediately declared in the education sector, and it worked towards total overhauling of the system.
“We were able to improve on enrolment figures significantly, renovated more than 400 classrooms and constructed over 200 new ones. We also ensured the provision of learning and teaching materials and recently approved the engagement of 1,000 teachers through the state teachers service commission to boost the human resource capacity in our schools”.
He said his administration is currently providing five Mega Senior Secondary Schools as well as improving the standard of other Junior Model Schools.
” The Alabura Model School Kumbiya Kumbiya is a structure of 2 blocks of 18 classrooms each, totalling 36 classrooms, two offices, 2 staff rooms and 2 Computer rooms (e-Library) fully furnished and well equipped with modern facilities. In addition, the School has sporting facilities, water supply and good access roads to enhance total learning for the pupils and students. With these facilities, the School, can compete favourably at state and national levels. It is my considered view that to whom much is given much is expected, Therefore, we expect better outcome from the learners, commitment from teachers and total support of Kumbiya Kumbiya community.”
The provision of quality education is an onerous task that must not be left in the hands of Government alone and he therefore called on them to rededicate themselves to nation building, remain united and frontally confront the problems with total commitment.
” We must always remember that the task of nation-building is a collective responsibility. Government is always ready to partner with organizations and individuals who are prepared to assist in providing quality education to our citizens. In this regards, prominent sons of kumbiya Kumbiya have in consultation with government have constituted a special committee that would collaborate with the relevant authorities in proving necessary oversight to the school.”
These are:
Prof. A. B. Samaila,
Dr. Ali Adamu Boderi,
Dr. Ahmed Adamu Yarma and
Fed. Comm. Muhammad Kabir Usman Kukan-daka.
Others are Alh. Abubakar Inuwa Tata,
Mal. Adamu Yakubu (DanAzumi Squad),
Alh. Yaya Dan-Darman,
Mal. Nuhu Muhammad Sani Mai Unguwa and Alh. Hussaini Suleiman Kumbi .
The Governor commended the vision, courage and patriotism of Kumbiya Kumbiya ward who sacrificed their homes and environment to enable Government establish the School, while assuring them of Government’s continued goodwill, support and assistance.
He also called on illustrious sons and daughters of other wards across the State to emulate them and commended SUBEB, the Consultants and Contractors who have worked really hard to make this dream a reality.
Lastly, he appeaedl to the school management, teachers and pupils to ensure that the School and its facilities are well maintained at all times.
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Alhamdulillah